Senior AI/ML Engineer – Conversational Systems

VRIZE

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A digital solutions company is seeking a Senior AI/ML Engineer to lead the design and development of customer-facing conversational AI solutions. This role requires expertise in natural language understanding, machine learning, and dialog scripting, along with a strong emphasis on collaboration and innovation. The ideal candidate should have over 8 years of software engineering experience and a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science. The position is full-time and located in Dallas, Texas.

Qualifications

8+ years of software engineering experience focusing on NLP/NLU.
5+ years of hands-on experience with platforms like IBM Watson.
Experience developing dialog interpreters and virtual assistants.

Responsibilities

Design and develop AI-powered applications for voice and text interactions.
Train and test custom speech and acoustic models.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product and engineering.

Skills

Natural Language Understanding (NLU)

Machine Learning

Dialog Scripting

Conversational Design Patterns

Collaboration Skills

Innovation Passion

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

IBM Watson

Job description

Senior AI/ML Engineer – Conversational Systems

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Job Title: Senior AI/ML Engineer – Conversational Systems

About the Role:

We are looking for a Senior AI/ML Engineer – Conversational Systems to join our AI innovation team and lead the design and development of cutting-edge, customer-facing conversational AI solutions. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in natural language understanding (NLU), machine learning, and dialog scripting to create seamless voice and messaging interactions across multiple channels.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and optimize AI-powered applications for voice and text-based customer interactions
Train and test custom speech and acoustic models
Implement SSML to enhance speech synthesis and user experience
Create custom pronunciations using phonetic symbols
Monitor and tune dialog performance and customer interaction outcomes
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product, engineering, cyber, and compliance
Generate actionable reporting insights to align AI solutions with business goals
Ensure compliance with all policies and industry best practices

What You Bring:

Technical Expertise:

8+ years of software engineering experience with focus in NLP/NLU
5+ years of hands-on experience with platforms like IBM Watson or similar cognitive technologies
Experience developing dialog interpreters and virtual assistants
Understanding of conversational design patterns (e.g., disambiguation, slot filling, etc.)

Preferred Knowledge:

Conversational AI for SaaS applications
Security and compliance practices in regulated environments (e.g., finance, healthcare)
Pre-trained language models and cognitive testing methodologies
Best practices in IT governance

Soft Skills:

Strong collaboration skills with UX, engineering, and product teams
Passion for innovation and challenging the status quo
Ability to mentor team members and make independent, data-driven decisions

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field (Required)

About VRIZE INC

VRIZE is a Global Digital & Data Engineering company, committed to delivering end-to-end Digital solutions and services to its customers worldwide. We offer business-friendly solutions across industry verticals that include Banking, Financial Services, Healthcare & Insurance, Manufacturing, and Retail. The company has strategic business alliances with industry leaders such as Adobe, IBM Sterling Commerce, IBM, Microsoft, Docker, Sisense, Competera, Snowflake, and Tableau.

VRIZE is headquartered out of Tampa (Florida) with a team size of 410 employees globally, currently, 100% of the clients undertaken are in the United States. Delivery centers are distributed in the US, Canada, Serbia, and India. Having stellar growth and future projections of 100% YOY for the last 3 years, the company has been successfully addressing its clients' digital disruption needs. Our continued success depends to a large extent on our ability to remain at the forefront of disruptive developments in the field of information technology and leaders/team members joining the force are expected to replicate the same.

VRIZE is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation.

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